Can I keep chickens in 'Ili'ili, AS?
Yes, with conditions — 'Ili'ili allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Coops may not be placed directly over any stream, river, brook, pond, or other body of water (ASCA § 25.1604). All confinement areas must be kept sanitary (§ 25.1605). Chickens are prohibited in the coastal strip between the highway and the sea (§ 25.1603). |
| Code section | ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803 |
'Ili'ili is the third most populous village in American Samoa, located in the Western District near Tafuna. Like all communities in the territory, it is governed solely by the American Samoa Code Annotated — there are no local municipal codes. R2 zones explicitly permit noncommercial poultry (§ 26.0315); R1 zones are ambiguous. No setback applies specifically to chickens, and there is no limit on hen count below the 200-bird commercial threshold. Roosters are unrestricted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in 'Ili'ili?
Yes, with conditions — 'Ili'ili allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803).
How many chickens can I keep in 'Ili'ili?
It depends on your lot. No hen count limit in R2 zones for noncommercial keeping (ASCA § 26.0315). R1 zone is ambiguous. Commercial classification at 200+ birds (§ 27.0803).. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in 'Ili'ili?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in 'Ili'ili.
Are roosters allowed in 'Ili'ili?
Yes, with conditions — see 'Ili'ili's rules (ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803).
What law covers backyard chickens in 'Ili'ili?
ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
ASCA §§ 25.1601, 25.1603, 25.1604, 25.1605, 26.0315, 27.0803 — read the official code
“Uses permitted: Any use permitted in R1 zone; keeping of poultry and domestic livestock for noncommercial purposes; accessory uses. ASCA § 26.0315” source
“No pigs, goats, sheep, horses, cattle, or other domestic animals, other than fowl, cats and licensed dogs may be allowed to run loose. ASCA § 25.1601” source
“No pigpens, chicken coops, or other areas or structures for confining animals may be placed directly over any stream, river, brook, pond, or other body of fresh or salt water. ASCA § 25.1604” source
“A chicken farmer is one who raises 200 birds inside an enclosed area. ASCA § 27.0803” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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